astounding

[ uh-stoun-ding ]

adjective

1. capable of overwhelming with amazement; stunningly surprising.

astounding

/ əˈstaʊndɪŋ /

adjective

1. causing amazement and wonder; bewildering

Derived Forms

• aˈstoundingly, adverb

Other Words From

• as·tounding·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of astounding¹

First recorded in 1580–90; astound + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Bean fantasies of bland feminine beauty is truly astounding.

From Salon

One of the most technical astounding sequences takes place during a lunch rush.

From Los Angeles Times

Her death was “preventable,” according to more than a dozen medical experts who reviewed a summary of her hospital and autopsy records at ProPublica’s request; they called her case “horrific,” “astounding” and “egregious.”

From Salon

They are 21st in the Europa League table - that is astounding.

From BBC

His knowledge of the offense and defense is astounding for a 15-year-old.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• astonishing
• breathtaking
• eye-popping
• mind-boggling
• overwhelming
• shocking
• startling
• surprising
• wondrous